A woman is born into a homeless,single-parent family.She is very talented,and as an adult she becomes a wealthy,world-acclaimed pianist.This scenario most closely represents which type of stratification system?

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This scenario represents class stratification because the woman's social status is based on her economic status and achievements rather than her ascribed status such as caste or estate. Her success and wealth have allowed her to move up in the social strata regardless of her humble beginnings.

A Woman Is Born into a Homeless,single-Parent Family